2000 Honda Life vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Life | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
